So, Apparently I SNORE And The Scare Wild Animals Away

Ok, so here's another confession from one snorer to another, only this time my goal is to educate and throw all my fellow "sleep-challenged" brethren (and sisters :) ) a bone.

Not only did I snore, but I found out that I had a condition called "sleep apnea" which is pretty serious if not treated. More serious than most people know.

Below you'll find a listing of the different sleep disorders as well as excellent natural treatments that have been proven to work.

Take this seriously friends. Your life, or a loved one's life may indeed depend on it.

Sleep disorders affect countless individuals, and they might not even know it.

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A sleep problem leaves a person feeling tired and drowsy, unable to function well during the day. Other times, as in the case of sleep apnea, the condition can actually be life threatening.

An estimated 50 percent of the population suffers from some type of sleep disorder - such as sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome and many more.

Sleep Apnea:

What is it?

Apnea means "without breath." Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that results in interrupted sleep and is characterized by loud snoring and instances of pauses in breathing during sleep. These pauses in breathing occur many times throughout the night and can last from 10 seconds to a minute or more.

Long-term, this disorder can cause high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, memory problems, weight gain, impotency and headaches. Short-term effects include poor job performance and accidents due to fatigue.

What are the causes?

There are two types of sleep apnea - central sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea.

Central sleep apnea is less common and is caused by a failure in a person's nervous system. The muscles in the nervous system do not receive the proper signals from the brain to make breathing occur properly.

Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by a blockage in the mouth or throat and is far more common. A typical blockage may be a person's tongue, tonsils, or fatty muscle tissues in the throat. Each time breathing is blocked, oxygen in the bloodstream falls and the heart has to work harder to circulate blood. When the brain senses the decrease of oxygen, the sleeper is partially aroused just enough to gasp for air.

What are the signs and symptoms?

Someone watching a person suffering from sleep apnea will observe a pattern of loud snoring (which indicates the airway is not fully open) interrupted by pauses in breathing and gasps for breath during sleep.

Other symptoms include sleepiness during daytime hours, trouble concentrating, forgetfulness, irritability, headaches (especially in the morning hours), decreased sexual energy and mood swings.

How is it diagnosed?

There are many types of sleep disorders that have the same signs and symptoms. A polysomnogram (sleep study) can determine if a patient has sleep apnea.

How is it treated? Exercises To Completely STOP Snoring!!!

The most common treatment of sleep apnea is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). However this method can be invasive and uncomfortable.

CPAP treats obstructive sleep apnea by providing a gentle flow of positive-pressure air through a mask to splint the airway open during sleep. The result is that breathing becomes regular, snoring stops, restful sleep is restored, and quality of life is improved.

Other less common treatments include surgery and oral appliances, or most common, certain exercises which may be effective in certain individuals. Click Here!

A surgical procedure as the last option can be done to increase the size of the airway by removing any obstruction such as enlarged tonsils, polyps or growths that may be blocking it. An unusually formed jaw may be causing the problem and can be corrected with surgery.

There are some things people with sleep apnea can do to minimize the effects of the disorder:

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Avoid alcohol and sleeping pills
Lose weight (if overweight)
Sleep lying on one side

What About Insomnia?

Insomnia

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What is it?

Insomnia is a disorder that prevents a person from falling asleep and/or staying asleep when he desires. There are two main types of insomnia:

Primary insomnia is more serious and means that a person is having sleep problems that are not caused by a health condition or other problem.

Secondary insomnia means that a person is having trouble sleeping because of something else, such as a health condition (like depression, heartburn, cancer or asthma), pain or medication being taken.

What are the causes?

Insomnia can vary in how long it lasts and to what extent it affects a person's lifestyle:

Short-term insomnia (called "acute insomnia") lasts a short amount of time, usually from one night to a few weeks. It usually is caused by emotional or physical discomfort - brought on by things such as environmental disturbances (noise, changes in the weather), stress, medication side effects or jet lag.

Chronic insomnia lasts a long time - three nights a week for one month or longer. It can be caused by many things, but is often caused by underlying medical conditions such as depression, chronic stress, or pain and discomfort at night.

Individuals who are female, older than age 60 and have a history of depression are more prone to have insomnia.

What are the signs and symptoms?

A main sign of insomnia is not being able to sleep at times when the body is obviously tired. A person with insomnia will be tired the next day and may have a lack of energy.

Other symptoms include waking up earlier than expected and not being able to fall back asleep when waking up through the night.

How is it diagnosed?

A routine physical and discussion with a doctor may determine a diagnosis of insomnia. The doctor may review the patient's medical history, discuss any recent lifestyle or environmental changes with the patient, and ask questions about the quantity and quality of sleep the person is getting.

How is it treated?

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There are certain steps a patient can take in the meantime:

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Avoid alcohol
Avoid caffeine
Refrain from smoking
Avoid daytime naps
Remain stress-free

In the case of chronic insomnia, the goal of treatment is to first treat the underlying medical condition causing the insomnia.
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What About Bruxism? What Can Be Done About Teeth Grinding?

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Bruxism (from the Greek (brugmós), gnashing of teeth) is the grinding of the teeth, and is typically accompanied by the clenching of the jaw.

It is an oral parafunctional activity that occurs in most humans at some time in their lives. In most people, bruxism is mild enough not to be a health problem; however, 25% of people suffer from significant bruxism that will become symptomatic.

While bruxism may be a diurnal or nocturnal activity, it is nocturnal bruxism which causes the majority of health issues, and can even occur during short naps.

Bruxism is one of the most common sleep disorders; 30 to 40 million Americans grind their teeth during sleep!!

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Please remember that sleep disorders are extremely serious and need immediate attention. You should always consult with your doctor before applying any advice written in this article.

I hope that you have many restful nights filled with good sleep ahead of you! With the suggestions above, I know you will!

Cheers!

AEDINSY